Dr. Mike Osborne is a highly respected figure in the marine industry, with a career spanning decades in environmental science, marine data management, and GIS. A trained physical oceanographer, Mike has developed a broad skill set encompassing engineering support, marine spatial planning, and decision support systems for the maritime sector.
Mike has played a pioneering role in advancing the use of GIS in the marine environment. He has managed numerous high-profile global projects, first as Technical Director at Metoc, then as the founder and Managing Director of SeaZone, and later as the Managing Director of OceanWise from 2010 to 2021. Since stepping into the role of CFO and Chairman in 2021, he continues to guide the company’s strategic direction, ensuring strong financial management and continued growth.
A specialist in marine reference data and information systems, Mike is a Fellow of IMarEST and serves on the MEDIN Executive Team. He is also an invited expert and trainer for the International Hydrographic Organization (IHO) Marine SDI Working Group, which he helped establish. His contributions to the industry were recognised in 2017 when he was awarded AMSI Business Person of the Year by the Association of Marine Scientific Industries.
Outside of his professional achievements, Mike remains passionate about driving innovation in marine data management and supporting the next generation of industry professionals.
